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Strengthen Bones • Support Injury Recovery • Build Resilience Naturally
Gu Sui Bu (骨碎补), also known as Rhizoma Drynariae or “Mender of Shattered Bones,” is a time-honored herb used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to support bone repair, tendon healing, and overall musculoskeletal health. Revered for centuries and now validated by modern research, Gu Sui Bu is a powerful herb for those seeking natural recovery, structural support, or age-related bone strength.
As a trusted herbal supplier with over 30 years of experience, we source only authentic, lab-tested, TCM-grade Gu Sui Bu from sustainable farms in China’s Sichuan province. Our herbal team works closely with practitioners and quality assurance experts to ensure:
✅ Verified Botanical Identity using HPTLC testing
✅ Purity & Potency confirmed by third-party labs
✅ Free from fillers, sulfur, and irradiation
Whether you’re recovering from a fracture or building long-term bone density, Gu Sui Bu offers real-world, practitioner-approved support—rooted in centuries of tradition and strengthened by modern science.
Gu Sui Bu’s bone-supporting power comes from its rich profile of bioactive compounds:
Compound | Health Benefit |
---|---|
Naringin | Stimulates bone formation (osteoblast activity) |
Drynarianone | Promotes bone cell regeneration and helps prevent bone loss |
Flavonoids | Reduce inflammation and support tissue healing |
Triterpenoids | Ease discomfort and strengthen tendons |
Beta-sitosterol | Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties |
These compounds work synergistically to support structural regeneration, especially after injuries, and to maintain healthy bone density over time.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Gu Sui Bu is classified as a Yang-tonifying herb that:
Reconnects sinews and bones
Activates blood and reduces stagnation
Tonifies Liver and Kidney Qi
Alleviates lower back and knee weakness
Commonly prescribed in trauma formulas, Gu Sui Bu is featured in classical prescriptions to treat fractures, tendon injuries, and degenerative conditions.
Many customers ask how Gu Sui Bu compares to Du Zhong (Eucommia bark)—another popular TCM bone herb.
Herb | Primary Use | Best For |
---|---|---|
Gu Sui Bu | Regenerates bones and heals fractures | Recovery after injury or trauma |
Du Zhong | Strengthens sinews and nourishes Qi | Lower back/knee weakness, chronic pain |
Best practice: Combine both for a complete musculoskeletal formula.
Dosage & Preparation:
Decoction: Simmer 6–12g in water for 25–30 minutes. Use up to twice daily for short-term support.
Tincture: Soak in 60–70% alcohol for 4–6 weeks. Use 1–2 dropperfuls per day.
Taste: Earthy and slightly bitter. Blend with Licorice Root (Gan Cao) or Jujube (Da Zao) to improve flavor.
Always consult your licensed herbalist for long-term use or herbal combinations.
Individuals recovering from fractures, sprains, or orthopedic surgeries
Adults concerned about osteoporosis or declining bone mass
Martial artists, dancers, or athletes with repetitive tendon/joint strain
Elderly individuals with chronic back and knee weakness
TCM students and practitioners creating custom bone-healing formulas
Your safety is our top priority. Our Gu Sui Bu is:
Identity Verified (HPTLC tested)
Tested for Heavy Metals (Lead, Arsenic, Cadmium, Mercury)
Screened for Microbial Contaminants
Non-GMO, Non-Irradiated, Sulfur-Free
“This herb helped me bounce back after a serious fall. Combined it with Dang Gui and Du Zhong—my recovery was noticeably quicker.”
— Verified Buyer
“My acupuncturist recommended this after knee surgery. Excellent quality—fresh and well-packaged.”
— Long-Term Customer
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Common Name: Male Fern, Dryopteris, Japanese flowering fern rhizome, Male fern rhizome, Polypodium Fotunei, Wood Fern
Botanical Name: Dryopteris crassirhizoma rhizome, Drynaria fortunei rhizome
Chinese / Pin Yin Name: Gu Sui Bu, Guan Zhong
Gu Sui Bu Dosage: Follow doctors instructions on how to use this herb.
Precautions: Do not use if pregnant or nursing.
Gu Sui Bu is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb to clear heat, cool the blood, remove toxicity and tonify yang. Gu Sui Bu may support healthy blood lipid levels, benefits hair health, promotes bone health and healing, benefits joint health, may rid parasites such as tapeworms and supports healthy kidney function. It has anti-viral, vermifuge, anti-inflammatory, antibiotic, anti-arthritic and sedative effects.
Gu Sui Bu Properties: bitter, slightly cold, slightly toxic
Gu Sui Bu Channels / Meridians: Liver, Spleen, Stomach
Gu Sui Bu Naturally Occurring Components: demethoxymatteucinol, matteucinol, pinosylvin 3-O-β-D-glucopyranoside
Eucommia Bark Shu Di Huang Bu Gu Zhi Yi Zhi Ren Xu Duan
References
http://alternativehealing.org/gu_sui_bu.htm
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0378874122006043
https://tcmwiki.com/wiki/gu-sui-bu
http://www.naturalmedicinalherbs.net/herbs/d/dryopteris-filix-mas=male-fern.php
http://www.chineseherbshealing.com/dryopteris-wood-fern/